Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Old Dominion University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Old Dominion University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Old Dominion University graduates earn $48k, placing them in the 38th percentile of all student counseling and personnel services masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Dominion University | $48,167 | $53,323 | — | — |
| George Mason University | $57,681 | $57,608 | — | — |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $55,919 | $53,288 | — | — |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | $53,756 | $51,618 | — | — |
| Liberty University | $49,663 | $49,510 | — | — |
| James Madison University | $49,231 | $54,834 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Mason University Fairfax | $13,815 | $57,681 | — |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $20,986 | $55,919 | — |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $16,458 | $53,756 | — |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $21,222 | $49,663 | — |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $13,576 | $49,231 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Old Dominion University, approximately 37% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.